The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 814:

Corey hadn’t done a great job keeping Alicia out of the public eye for two years. Now that she was the CEO of Hampton Group, her role required occasional public appearances. Despite Corey’s efforts to shield her, sharp-eyed paparazzi and private investigators were always a step ahead.

Even so, Alicia took careful measures every time she went out, ensuring no camera fully captured her face. In these two years, the most any detective had managed was a single, partial profile shot of her at an exhibition.

Corey knew that Caden’s feelings for her lingered, though they remained unfulfilled. A few close-up videos would surely stir his heart.

Corey waited at the dining table for over an hour before Caden finally arrived, fashionably late. Caden’s tall, imposing figure entered as the waitstaff opened the double doors. His striking features and commanding presence made the luxurious setting fade into the background.

In two years, he had become more refined. His wealth and success had given him a mature, composed allure.

Corey, keen to avoid confrontation, ignored Caden’s tardiness and instructed his secretary to pour him a drink. He paused the screen and placed his phone on the table, with Alicia’s image visible in Caden’s peripheral view.

indifferent, as though he hadn’t noticed it. Studying Caden’s reaction, Corey asked, “Two years, and I still don’t see any women around you,

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replied smoothly, “Unlike you, Mr. Hampton, I keep busy and

let out a

lovely?” That was

then, sure, but they’re nothing special and quickly

the drinks, but his hand shook, spilling a few drops on Corey’s phone, which

in a gentle voice, “Why are you taking

a polite smile. The light accentuated

Caden, it stretched on, drawing him in. It had been so long since he’d seen her face so clearly; each expression tugged at

easily she could

into his pocket, pretending to